The Lost Express
Synopsis
A train that is carrying the formula for a valuable form of granulated gasoline disappears before it reaches its destination. Railroad investigators and the authorities try to determine where it is and who took it.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 17, 1917
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- J.P. McGowan
- Screenplay & Story
- Frederick Bennett, J.P. McGowan
- Original Title
- The Lost Express
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 13m
- Production Studios
- Signal Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
J.P. McGowan
Frederick Bennett, J.P. McGowan
S.A. Sues
J.P. McGowan, Samuel S. Hutchinson
Department Leadership Roster
J.P. McGowan
Director
Frederick Bennett
Writer
J.P. McGowan
Writer
J.P. McGowan
Producer
S.A. Sues
Director of Photography
Samuel S. Hutchinson
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Lost Express
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Lost Express about?
A train that is carrying the formula for a valuable form of granulated gasoline disappears before it reaches its destination. Railroad investigators and the authorities try to determine where it is and who took it.
Who directed The Lost Express?
The Lost Express was directed by J.P. McGowan.
Who stars in The Lost Express?
The principal cast of The Lost Express includes Helen Holmes, Leo D. Maloney, Thomas G. Lingham, Edward Hearn, Omar Whitehead.
When was The Lost Express released and how long is it?
The Lost Express was released in 1917 with a total runtime of 13m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Lost Express?
The Lost Express holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).